UPDATE: The N.Y. Rangers clinched a thrilling shootout victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets with a final score of 2-1 in a nail-biting game at Madison Square Garden on October 22, 2025. This intense matchup showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, culminating in a decisive shootout.
The game kicked off with no goals in the first period, but the action heated up in the second. Mika Zibanejad put the Rangers on the board first at 5:42 during a power play, assisted by Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox. The Blue Jackets responded fiercely with a power-play goal by Ivan Voronkov at 15:20, leveling the score at 1-1.
Both teams had their share of penalties throughout the match, with Raddysh of the Rangers receiving a penalty shot for interference on a breakaway. The intensity peaked as players clashed, resulting in fighting penalties for Carrick and Olivier during the same tense moment in the second period.
As regulation ended with the score tied, the game proceeded to a shootout. The Rangers emerged victorious, with only Ryan Lindgren successfully scoring in the shootout, while Igor Shesterkin made crucial saves against the Blue Jackets’ attempts, sealing the win for New York.
Throughout the game, the Rangers outshot Columbus with a total of 32 shots on goal compared to Columbus’s 24. Shesterkin recorded 23 saves, maintaining his impressive performance this season.
This victory is significant for the Rangers, who are looking to build momentum as they navigate through the competitive season. With an audience of 16,298 fans cheering them on at Madison Square Garden, the Rangers will aim to carry this victory into their next matchup.
Stay tuned for further updates as the season unfolds and both teams continue to battle for playoff positioning.
